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Saturday, 27 July 2013

Getting Windows Repairs

Window repairs are not the easiest thing to
fix but they can be done by a professional with the appropriate skills and
tools. With stuck or broken windows repairscanbe done by yourself or with the help
of a contractor. Sometimes windows can be a source of heat-loss in many
companies or homes. They can stick and refuse to open if they have swollen from
humidity or were painted. If you have blinds or shades on the inside of your
window they may refuse to work correctly and the glass inside your window can get
broken. There are many things you can do as a homeowner or business owner to
ensure that your windows work properly.

One of the biggest issues that people face is
windows that refuse to open. If you have wooden window frames they have a
higher risk of getting stuck especially in older houses. Many times this is
caused by a window which has recently been painted and the paint seals around
the window and keeps it closed. In this instance the solution is an easy one:
all you have to do is break the paint seal and clear all of the tracks from
debris or paint chips. Once this is done all you have to do is lubricate the
tracks and they will work right fine.

If this does not fix the issue then you need
to check the tracks. The tracks which are located above the sash may be blocked
as a result of paint build up. You can take a hammer and a chisel and use them
to remove any of the paint that has been left behind on the tracks. You can cut
out the paint that has tried thickly but be careful not to make a gouge in the
wooden tracks. You can then smooth out the window tracks using sandpaper. Once
this is done you should spray it down with lubricant.

Should this not work to repair the issue then
you can use a pry bar from the outside of your window. Start with the flat end
of the bar and insert it beneath the sash. If you need additional leverage then
set scrap wood underneath the bar. You should then pry at the corners gently
and move toward the centre of the window. Be careful because too much pressure
can cause damage to the window frame as well as the sash. Once you have opened
the window you should clean off the tracks and apply a silicone spray to
lubricate the tracks. If the problem persists then call upon a carpenter to fix
it instead of trying to force it open.